Who we are...

• Licensed mental health professionals
• NARHA certified therapeutic riding instructors
• Skilled horse handlers

Cat Riches, Therapist/Therapeutic Riding Instructor, with her friend Bear. (Click on her picture to read her bio.)
Email her at: Cat@GreatStrides.org



Laura Favin, Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator (Click on her picture to read her bio.)
Email her at: Laura@GreatStrides.org


Our horses are specially trained and chosen for their demonstrated ability to bond with people. For our clients, many of whom have emotional and behavioral difficulties, experiencing an empathetic connection with our horses becomes a vital building block for developing healthy relationships with people. To meet our horses - click here.

What are our credentials?

• North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) Premier Accredited Center
• Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association (EFMHA).
• Approved Instructor - Epona Method (Terry Lewis)
• Maryland Association for Nonprofit Organizations
• Maryland Horse Council
• Maryland Council of Equestrian Therapies